‘FUMING’ Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund was chastised by Roy Keane to “stop messing around”.
Ian Wright called Marcus Rashford “a shadow” after his lackluster effort in the FA Cup third round victory against Wigan.
7Rasmus Hojlund endured a difficult evening at DW StadiumCredit: Getty
7Roy Keane did not hold back in his criticism of the Danish youngsterCredit: ITV
7For his performance, Marcus Rashford was called ‘a shadow’Keane and Wright, passionate former Manchester United captains, joined Roberto Martinez in the ITV studio at the DW Stadium (credit: Getty).The Danish striker squandered many decent opportunities in the first half against the League One opponents, and Keane lost patience by halftime.The Irishman was furious after a Sam Tickle stop went wide and a reactive rebound shot from point-blank range.Wright and Martinez sympathized with the 20-year-old forward.Keane, 52, grumbled: “Too polite. I would rage at him.We expected United to demonstrate a portion of their game tonight, and they have in terms of missing opportunities and not being clinical. They should show that tonight.We may shout unfortunate all day when your striker misses wonderful chances.”Put the ball in the back of the net and stop messing around!”Hojlund’s first-half low, angled attempt was stopped by Tickle’s foot.He missed another great chance with a header off the bar.Co-commentator Ally McCoist and Wright, who said missing it would have given him nightmares, criticized the six-yard blunder.McCoist instantly said: “He must score.”Does he lose focus on the ball and his run? Does he glance at Morrison?”Sorry, he must be scoring. You must write out objectives for someone who needs them.”Wright said at halftime: “This game has given us some opportunities we must seize.”This one would keep me up at night because you could see it on your head.
He’s in a terrific position, but as he looks down, it falls off. It must leave his forehead.
“This is the time he’s in at the moment, you have to be taking those chances.”
The studio analysts also criticized Rashford, 26, saying “something needs to happen for him” to further his career.
Martinez said Rashford was “too safe” against lower-league defenders.
The England international had two dribbles, eight shots, no good crosses, and lost eight of 10 duels, yet he assisted the first goal.
7Rashford failed to impress against League One opponents.Credit: GettyKeane added: “More please.He has a few negаtive tendencies, such stopping the ball too early and not sprinting in behind.”He’s got in the habit of stopping the ball deаd which makes him easier to defend.””He should be more explosive.”Hojlund, who was substituted for Hannibal Mejbri in the 92nd minute, was saved by his teammates and stays on six goals for the season.On 22 minutes, Rashford set up Diogo Dalot to shoot into the bottom corner, then Bruno Fernandes earned and scored a penalty with 25 minutes left.Some Manchester United supporters criticized Rashford’s unusual off-the-pitch posture during corners.Round four will see the Red Devils play Notts County or non-league Eastleigh.
7Hojlund and Rashford together as they failed to find the netCredit: Alamy
7Holjund saw this close-range header clip the bar on its way overCredit: Getty
7His low effort was saved by the foot of Sam TickleCredit: PA